Online Agronomy Degree :: Accredited Universities

The Master of Science Agronomy is a professional degree program designed for individuals working in industry, government, or education. The degree ensures you have an advanced knowledge of agronomic systems and superior problem-solving skills. The computer-based program, begun in 1998, emphasizes practical, professional, and technical skills involved in crop management, soil and water management, and integrated pest management.

The curriculum consists of 12 3-credit courses, a 1-credit practicum, and 3 credits of creative component, for a total of 40 credits. Students will be required to travel to campus twice. The first visit will be halfway through the program to attend the practicum (3-4 days), the last week in July. The second visit is at the end of the program, to present the creative component for the final oral exam.

The program prerequisites include undergraduate coursework in Algebra, Chemistry, Biology, Statistics, Crops and Soils. Generally, students who have completed a degree from a College of Agriculture will meet the requirements. Students who do not have the undergraduate coursework will need to complete any missing prerequisites before starting the program.

Entry Requirements

Applicants should have completed baccerealute degree in agricultural related field from a recognized institution.

English Communication Requirement: If English is not one of your primary languages you learned as a child (even if you are a US citizen), you must meet the English communication requirement in one of the following ways:
Students taking undergraduate courses should submit one of the following to the Office of Admissions: TOEFL score of 71 (iBT), 550 (PBT); IELTS score of 6.5 with no subscore below 5.5; SAT-Verbal score of 420 or ACT-English score of 16.

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The Digital School of Virtual and Open Learning seeks to provide learning opportunities to students who are unable to take up full-time on-campus programmes. The School provides a wide range of quality programmes at Certificate, Diploma, Undergraduate and Postgraduate levels using blended teaching and learning that combines digital instruction with live tutorials in the following regional centres: Nairobi, Mombasa, Nakuru, Garissa, Kisumu, Kakamega, Embu, Nyeri, Marsabit and Kericho.

Entry Requirements

Bachelor's Degree with at least Upper Second Class Honours in Agriculture or other related fields from a recognized institution.

Bachelor’s Degree with Second Class (Lower Division) in Agriculture or other related areas with at least two years relevant research experience or a Post-graduate Diploma will be considered.

Other Fees

Statutory fees: 21900KES

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The Equine major provides the knowledge base and skills to meet current and emerging opportunities in the equine industries. It is structured to support strong links with equine industries in New Zealand. The major integrates the scientific principles of equine husbandry, agriculture, and agronomy with business skills. You will learn about equine health, nutrition, reproduction, structure, and function. You'll also obtain knowledge of production and management issues, including equine welfare and regulatory issues.

The programme emphasises developing skills for problem solving and analysis of a range of theoretical and practical problems relevant to the equine industry. You will develop skills in written and oral presentation, information technology, innovation, and working with professional colleagues, clients, and employers. Students wanting to specialise can continue to gain postgraduate qualifications.

The AgriScience degree prepares students to apply and integrate scientific. technological, and business knowledge to meet current and emerging opportunities in the primary industries. The degree is designed to enable students to develop excellent career-building skills in communication, information technology, creativity, innovation, problem solving, and analysis, and it prepares them for future leadership roles in the sector that continues to underpin New Zealand's economy.

Entry Requirements

There are no special requirements beyond those that qualify you to study at University. Students beginning their study in AgriScience should have a sound background in Chemistry and Biology at NCEA Level 3, and if possible Mathematics (with Statistics). In addition having NCEA Agriculture and Horticulture at Level 3 is an option that will ensure a smooth transition to University study.

However, if you do not have a background of Chemistry at the Year 13 level then you can take 123.103. Introductory Chemistry, extramurally through Massey University over the summer before your first year of full-time study. This paper will introduce you to basic chemical vocabulary and provide training in the important chemical principles. You do need to already have a university entrance qualification, or to expect to obtain one by sitting NCEA Level 3 at the end of this year. If you are interested in this suggestion get in touch with one of the contact people. Similarly, if you have not done NCEA Level 3 Biology you can take 162.103 Introductory Biology over the summer before you start at University.

Other Fees

Enrolment Fee - $51.40 (NZD)

Student Services Levy - $237.50 (NZD)

Massey Foundation Fee -$22.40 (NZD)

Distance Learning overseas venue fee - $214.20 (NZD)

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Professionals who would like to advance their careers now have access to the world renowned plant breeding program at Iowa State University without becoming a resident on-campus student. The Master of Science in Plant Breeding offers a rigorous, integrated curriculum taught by plant breeding faculty within the Department of Agronomy. The program offers fundamental skills in plant breeding, the study of advanced concepts such as genomic selection, and analysis of problems in plant breeding as they arise by global society.

Entry Requirements

Applicants who have completed a degree from a College of Agriculture will meet the requirements for the admission.

English Communication Requirement: If English is not one of your primary languages you learned as a child (even if you are a US citizen), you must meet the English communication requirement in one of the following ways:
Students taking undergraduate courses should submit one of the following to the Office of Admissions: TOEFL score of 71 (iBT), 550 (PBT); IELTS score of 6.5 with no subscore below 5.5; SAT-Verbal score of 420 or ACT-English score of 16.

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Plant scientists study what plants are, how they grow and their interactions with other organisms. They seek to explain the structure and function of plants in terms of their environmental adaptations and evolutionary history and to use this understanding to manage plants in natural and agricultural systems. Plant scientists work at a range of levels from molecular genetics and biochemistry through physiology, reproductive biology, pathology, through to the landscape ecology and phylogeny. Modern technologies have allowed plant science to expand beyond traditional disciplines of botany and agronomy. The knowledge of what plants are and how they work is fundamental to our efforts to feed and clothe the world and to maintain our living environment.

All students will study a core in basic sciences and plant biology, plus a major which develops depth of knowledge and understanding in a particular area of plant science. There is opportunity for a wide range of elective units from disciplines which complement the study of plants.

Entry Requirements

Recommended studies: Two units of Mathematics or Mathematics Extension; Biology and/or Chemistry.

For students without the recommended background knowledge, the Faculty offers a Foundation unit in Chemistry and Mathematics.

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